BR102016001005A2 - flexible vehicle seat - Google Patents

Abstract

Patent Summary for: "Flexible Vehicle Seat". method for selecting and controlling massage functions of a motor vehicle seat featuring a control system comprising the steps of switching the system to a selection mode and initiating the selection mode, providing a menu list presenting options for consulting the user requirements during massage, select an option by the user and provide predefined answers to the respective query and select the answer by the user and, if necessary, repeat the steps for additional queries, finish selection mode and automatically determine massage adjustments suitable based on user selection and control the massage actuators on the motor vehicle seat based on the massage settings determined to perform the massage function.

Description

Patent Descriptive Report for: "FLEXIBLE VEHICLE SEAT".

CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION

[001] This patent application is a continuation in part of US Patent Application No. 13 / 951,174, filed July 25, 2013, entitled "METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR CONTROLLING MASSAGE FUNCTIONS OF A MOTOR VEHICLE SEAT", the full description of which is incorporated herein by reference.

FIELD OF INVENTION

[002] The invention relates to a method for selecting and controlling massage functions of a motor vehicle seat and a corresponding device. The aim of this invention is to provide a method for controlling and selecting massage functions of a motor vehicle seat, the method of which allows simple and intuitive adjustment. This goal is achieved by the method described here.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

In general, it is known to equip motor vehicle seats with massage functions, for example for lumbar supports and for the effective seating surface. However, it is problematic for the user to operate the control system simply and intuitively, especially since the driver has to perform the method while driving. In general, a compromise must be struck between the variety of controls and the level of detail as well as the level of simplicity and the model provided. Known systems are often complex and laborious to use, resulting in the driver undesirably diverting his attention from the vehicle's steering.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

According to one aspect of the present invention, a method is provided for selecting and controlling massage functions provided for a user in a motor vehicle seat featuring a control system includes the steps of changing the system to a selection and start the selection mode. A menu list is provided presenting options for consulting a user's requirements during a massage. Default answers are provided for your query. The response is selected by the user and, if necessary, the steps for additional queries will be repeated. The selection mode is terminated. Proper massage adjustments are automatically determined based on user selection. Massage actuators are controlled on the motor vehicle seat based on the massage settings determined to perform the massage function.

According to another aspect of the present invention, a method for operating a massage assembly for a motor vehicle seat includes the steps of initiating a selection mode and consulting a user's massage preferences. Predefined answers are provided for each preference for user selection. Selection mode is terminated and proper massage adjustments are provided based on user selections. Massage actuators are controlled on the motor vehicle seat based on massage settings to perform a massage function.

According to yet another aspect of the present invention, a vehicle seat mounting massage device includes a seat and a backrest. An interface includes a display. A control is operably coupled to the display. Massage preferences are provided to a user via the display. The control provides predefined answers for each preference for user selection. Seat and back massage actuators are coupled to the control and are configured to receive instructions from the control to perform a massage function.

These and other aspects, objects, and features of the present invention will be understood and appreciated by those skilled in the art upon careful consideration of the specification, claims, and accompanying drawings set forth below.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

Further features and details of the invention will be apparent from the following description of the drawing, in which: Figure 1 illustrates a perspective and schematic view of a motor vehicle seat;

[010] Figure 2 illustrates an exemplary menu to see if the user is experiencing any pain;

Figure 3 illustrates an query supported by an avatar;

[012] Figure 4 illustrates a schematic flow diagram for selecting and controlling the massage functions of the motor vehicle seat;

Figure 5 illustrates an additional schematic flow diagram for selecting and controlling the massage functions of the motor vehicle seat;

Figure 6 is a perspective view of a vehicle seat according to another embodiment having a plurality of air pockets disposed therein;

Figures 7A-7C are perspective views of the vehicle seat of Figure 6 shown at various levels of inflation;

Figure 8 is an exploded perspective view of a seat portion of the vehicle seat of Figure 6 showing a removed cover;

Figure 9 is a perspective view of a backrest portion of the vehicle seat of Figure 6 showing a removed cover;

Figure 10 is a top plan view of the seat portion of Figure 8;

Figure 11 is a top plan view of the seat portion of Figure 8 with a support plate;

Figures 12A-12B are perspective views of the vehicle seat of Figure 6 showing the support plate at various angles; and [021] Figures 13A-13B are perspective views of the vehicle seat of Figure 12A showing the support plate at various angles.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE EMBODIMENTS

[022] For the purposes of description herein, the terms "upper", "lower", "right", "left", "rear", "front", "vertical", "horizontal", and derivatives thereof refer to However, it will be understood that the invention may assume various alternative orientations, unless expressly specified otherwise. It will also be understood that specific devices and processes illustrated in the accompanying drawings and described in the following specification are simply exemplary embodiments of the concepts of the invention defined in the appended claims. Accordingly, specific dimensions and other physical characteristics with respect to the embodiments described herein should not be construed as limiting unless the claims expressly state otherwise.

According to the invention, it is clear that a wide simplification of the selection method and intuitive operation can be achieved if, within the framework of the method for selecting and controlling massage functions of a motor vehicle seat including a control system, a menu list is provided in the selection mode, whose menu list includes options to consult the user's requirements during the massage, the user selects an option and, for this purpose, the menu list displays predefined responses. for the respective query and the answer is selected by the user (from the answers provided). If necessary, these steps are repeated for additional queries. Finally, the selection mode is terminated, the appropriate massage settings are automatically set based on the user-selected response and the motor vehicle seat massage actuators are activated to perform the massage function based on the specific massage settings. . In other words, the user is intentionally consulted and can select from the provided options. A massage is defined based on user responses and actuators in the vehicle seat are correspondingly activated. As a consequence, the user is guided to the appropriate and desired adjustment of the massage functions.

[024] In one embodiment, options include consultations regarding physical ailments and / or pain that may be alleviated through a massage. Predefined answers are provided according to the invention. The default answers include a list of ranges of their physical ailments and / or pains that can be alleviated. In one aspect of the invention, the user is initially consulted to determine if the user is in pain. As a response, a list appears that specifies aches and / or stiffness or numbness in the back, neck, pelvis or buttocks, etc. Also, it is convenient if the picklist includes queries related to the user's physical characteristics (such as weight, age, height, etc.). A list of ranges of their physical characteristics is in turn provided for the user to make a selection of predefined responses. In addition, it is desired if the menu list includes the option for the user to select their desired massage characteristics and if the predefined answers include information regarding common massage characteristics (an intense massage, a gentle massage, more pressure on the top). or lower, etc.).

[025] In another embodiment, user interaction (options, responses, etc.) is performed with the support of an avatar. An avatar is an artificial person or a graphic representation of a real person in the virtual world, for example on a computer. Graphing exists to reduce the threshold of interaction inhibition and to facilitate interaction. Graphical representation may be sustained and / or guided by speech while implementing and / or accepting options and responses. A menu list is conveniently provided whose menu list includes options to consult the user's requirements during the massage and provides the user with the facility to respond to the query. The menu list provides predefined answers for the respective query and the user-selected selected answer and, if necessary, the menu list will repeat the step for additional queries using an imaging device and an operating element. An interface such as an LCD panel, a touch screen display, and a speaker can be used as a possible imaging device. 5-position buttons and touchscreen displays and microphones have each proved to be possible operating elements. It is also feasible to control the system through so-called mobile phone applications (programs) whereby the mobile phone can control the system remotely.

With reference to the embodiment generally illustrated in Figure 1, reference numeral 1 generally indicates a seat according to the present invention, where the transparency allows a view from inside the seat. Seat 1 includes a head support 2, whose head support is arranged at the top on a backrest 3, which backrest in turn is coupled to the effective seat 4 by means of an adjustable pivot joint 5. In this case, the seat 1 is supported by a sheet steel frame 11, which frame is arranged under the actual seating surface and is connected to the vehicle. The backrest 3 includes a liner 6 which includes an approximately S-shaped longitudinal selection, the liner of which is anatomically formed to the occupant's back and is bounded on the sides by protruding fins 7 providing the lateral-supported occupant. The effective seat 4 also includes a cover 9 which defines the effective seating surface. Protruding fins 8 are also provided on the sides, in which case the fins provide the supported occupant, in particular as the vehicle goes around a curve. The lining 9 is made of a foam block 10 formed of a natural material and / or suitable synthetic which may be upholstered using a suitable material such as leather. The coating must include conventional and known characteristics such as to provide cushioning, to absorb shocks, to carry moisture, etc. In addition, it is possible to provide heating and / or cooling devices in the coating.

A support plate 12 which is embodied from a rigid material is provided under the foam block 10, as can be readily recognized in Figure 1. The support plate 12 in this case is arranged under the rear region. of the seating surface, which is usually occupied by the occupant's buttocks. An airbag 13 is provided under the support plate 12 and above the frame 11, in other words between the support plate 12 and the frame 11, whose airbag by means of a controller, not shown, valves and compressor It allows you to adjust and improve the shock absorbing characteristics of the seat by adjusting the air pressure even when the vehicle is in motion. The controller can automatically adjust the air pressure in the airbag 13 after evaluating the data provided by the driving and occupant sensors. A manual adjustment, input or intervention in the automatic control process is also viable.

Seat 1 also includes additional air cushions 15, 17, 16 and 14 on fins 7 and 8, lining 6 and head support 2, whose air cushions are used for massage and contouring. . The air cushions may also be used and / or adjusted by means of the aforementioned controller. In addition, in the event of a vehicle collision, the air cushions may be inflated and used as additional impact protection to prevent the occupant from contacting the metal frame 11 of the seat. Four additional air cushions 13 are provided under the effective seat 9 between the support plate 12 and the frame 11. In this case the air cushions are arranged such that they lie under the corners of the approximately rectangular seating surface. The four independently controllable and inflatable air cushions 13 under the support plate 12 vertically position the support plate 12 allowing the support plate 12 to be inclined about two axes extending parallel to the seat surface plane and extending perpendicularly. each other. As a result, the occupant's pelvis can be tilted front to back and back to front. This is relaxing and is used, for example, during spinal gymnastics. It is particularly useful to tilt the pelvis in this way to avoid back pain. This movement can be coupled with a left-to-right tilt movement so that fatigue associated with pelvic movement caused by periodic alternating muscle tensioning and relaxation is particularly effectively avoided. As a result, it is clear that extremely different forms of massage, intensities and duration are possible due to the programmed control of the cushions and air zones. By way of example, the method for selecting and controlling massage functions is described below with reference to Figures 2-4. An exemplary menu M for pain and / or physical illness presenting predefined answers for user selection using a T-screen display of a motor vehicle dashboard is illustrated in Figure 2.

[029] In one embodiment, as shown in Figure 2, lower back pain and / or physical disease 20, upper back pain 21, back muscle tension 22, back stiffness 23, and buttock numbness 24 These are options listed for the user to make a selection by pressing and / or tapping the corresponding answer field. The computer in the massage control system checks for a great massage to relieve pain with reference to the field that is selected by the user. For example, as noted above, the user may touch the screen, provide verbal input, etc., and the air cushions 13 to 17 are controlled accordingly. A corresponding query that is supported by an avatar A on a screen D is illustrated in Figure 3, where the physical illness consultation process 20-24 is sustained by speech through a L speaker and input is provided via of a microphone M.

Figure 4 is a schematic flow diagram of the method according to the invention for selecting and controlling the massage functions of the motor vehicle seat illustrated in Figure 1 by means of the touch web display T shown in Figure 2. The selection mode is initially started at step 30 and then the first question is asked at next step 31, for example, an M menu is displayed on a T-screen display of a motor vehicle dashboard to check for pain and / or physical illness with predefined responses for user selection. In step 31, lower back pain and / or physical ailments 20, upper back pain 21, back muscle tension 22, back stiffness 23 and buttock numbness 24 are listed for the user to make a selection pressing and / or tapping the corresponding answer field. The answer is fixed in step 31 by the user who touches the screen display to select the field. In steps 32 and 33, numerous questions are presented similarly, with three more questions in this example. Finally, at step 34, a great pain-relieving massage is defined by the computer in the massage control system (x). For this purpose, a database of comparative values is consulted, the values are compared with the user responses and subsequently the optimal massage function is selected. In step 35, the airbags 13 to 17 are controlled accordingly.

[031] Figure 5 is a schematic flow diagram of the method according to the invention for selecting and controlling the massage functions of the motor vehicle seat in Figure 1 with reference to the touch screen display T shown in Figure 2. Selection mode is initially started at step 36 and then the first question is asked at the next step 37, for example, an M menu is displayed on a T-screen display of a motor vehicle dashboard to consult the existence of pain and / or physical illness with predefined responses for user selection. In step 37, lower back pain and / or physical ailments 20, upper back pain 21, back muscle tension 22, back stiffness 23 and buttock numbness 24 are listed for the user to make a selection pressing and / or tapping the corresponding answer field. The answer is fixed in step 38 by the user who touches the screen display to select the field. A second question is asked by the massage control system computer in step 39 depending on the answer to the question in step 38. An answer may also be provided here similar to that in step 38, as a result of which additional questions may be presented. In Figure 5, a third question is then asked in step 41. In step 43, a great massage to alleviate the user's illness and / or to allow the user to rest is determined according to the answer in step 42 to the last question. . The air cushions 13 to 17 are then controlled according to the selected massage.

Referring now to Figure 6, another embodiment of a vehicle seat 50 is shown. The vehicle seat 50 generally includes a substantially horizontal seat portion 56 and a backrest 58 having a headrest assembly 59 disposed in a upper portion of it. It is contemplated that the backrest 58 is a pivoting member configured for pivotal movement with respect to the seat portion 56. The seat portion 56 includes a central portion 56C having protruding fins 56A, 56B on opposite sides thereof. The protruding fins 56A, 56B are generally disposed at an internal angle toward the central portion 56C of the seat portion 56 and are configured to provide support for a vehicle occupant while a vehicle in which the seat 50 is arranged is in motion. . Similarly, the backrest 58 includes protruding fins 58A, 58B which are also configured to support a vehicle occupant and are generally angled to a central portion 58C of the backrest 58. In Figure 6, the vehicle seat 50 is shown having a cover 57 which It is contemplated to be comprised of a suitable natural or synthetic material, or any combination thereof, generally used to cover or upholster vehicle seat 50. As shown in broken line in Figure 6, vehicle seat 50 includes a series of seat pockets. 61-64 arranged in the central portion 56C of the seat portion 56, as well as a series of air pockets 71-73 arranged in the central portion 58C of the backrest 58. In addition, the air pockets 65, 66 are shown arranged in fins. 56A, 56B of the seat portion 56, and the airbags 74, 75 are shown disposed in protruding fins 58A, 58B of the backrest 58. The airbags 61-66, 71-75 are configured to be filled with air to a selected inflation level in response to an entry by a vehicle occupant in relation to a selected comfort setting chosen by the vehicle occupant as described above. In this way, the air pockets 61-66, 71-75 are each configured to selectively inflate, half-inflate or deflate with respect to a specific comfort setting selected by the vehicle occupant to provide a custom support fit.

Referring now to Figures 7A-7C, vehicle seat 50 is shown at an empty or unfilled inflation level D (Figure 7A), an inflation level at half E (Figure 7B), and a fully inflated inflation rate F (Figure 7C). At the fully inflated inflation level F (Figure 7C), air pockets 61-66, 71-75 were filled to a maximum capacity to provide firm support for a vehicle occupant. At the half-inflated inflation level E (Figure 7B), air pockets 61-66, 71-75 were half filled with air to provide a custom cushioned support for a vehicle occupant. At the fully deflated or unfilled inflation level D shown in Figure 7A, the vehicle seat 50 is generally supported by a cushioning material disposed on the seat portion 56 and the backrest 58, on which the pockets are generally located. 61-66, 71-75. While air pockets 61-66, 71-75 are covered by cover 57 (Figure 6) in Figures 7A-7C, their location is contemplated to be the same as shown in Figure 6 and visible in Figures 7B and 7C, as seen from Figure 7. air pockets 61-66, 71-75 are half filled and fully filled with air respectively.

[034] With additional reference to Figure 7B, air pockets 61-66, 71-75 are at the half-inflated inflation level E. At this level of inflation E, the series of air pockets 61-64 disposed at the central portion 56C of seat portion 56 provides a cushioning effect for a vehicle occupant as seated therein.

Referring now to Figure 8, the seat portion 56 is shown having a cushioning material 80 which generally supports the vehicle occupant in use. The damping material 80 is generally supported on a metal frame 81 similar to the metal frame 11 described above. It is further contemplated that the abutment portion 58 (Figure 6) also includes a similar arrangement of metal frame members having a damping material sustained therein. The air pockets 61-66 (Figure 2) are generally supported on the damping material 80 and additionally covered by the cover 57 (Figure 2) in the assembly. An inflation system 82 includes air passages 84 to inflate air pockets 71-75 to any of the above-mentioned D-F inflation levels. Inflation system 82 further includes air passages 85 (Figure 10) for inflating air pockets 61-66 to any of the above-mentioned D-F inflation levels. The seat portion 56 additionally includes a support plate 86 which is generally supported on the air pockets 61-66 (Figure 2) in the assembly. It is contemplated that the air pockets 61-66 are each selectively inflatable by means of a controller interfacing with the touch screen display T described above to adjust a position of the support plate 86 as further described below.

Referring now to Figure 9, the back portion 58 is shown having a flexible upper portion 58D and air pockets 71-75 disposed on a lower portion 58E of the backrest 58. As further shown in Figure 9, the passageways of Air ports 84 are shown to provide inflation routes to air pockets 71-73, and it is further contemplated that air passages 84 also provide inflation routes to air pockets 74, 75 shown in 84A and 84B. Similarly, as shown in Figure 10, air passages 85 provide inflation routes to air pockets 61-64 as arranged in seat portion 56. Thus, it is contemplated that any of the individual air pockets 61-66 of seat portion 56 and back pockets 71-75 of backrest 58 may be selectively and individually inflated to an inflation level, as generally depicted in Figure 7A-7B. Thereby, the inflation level of each airbag is separately controlled by the controller to fill the airbags 61-66, 71-75 to a predetermined inflation level. The half-inflated inflation level E, shown in Figure 7B, is illustrative of an infinitely variable half-inflated inflation level between the deflated inflation level D (Figure 7A) and the fully inflated inflation level F (Figure 7C ).

Referring now to Figure 10, the support plate 86 is shown as a generally planar support plate which is supported by the individual air pockets 61-64 (Figure 10). Referring now to Figures 12A, 12B, the support plate 86 is shown in various positions as dictated by the air pockets 61-64 within the seat portion 56 of the vehicle seat 50. With specific reference to Figure 12A, the plate 86 is shown in a forward sloping position G as supported by the air pockets 60. As used herein, reference numeral 60 generally indicates the air pockets 61-64, as disposed in Figure 10, as a support for the support plate 86. With specific reference to Figure 12B, the air pockets 60 are shown holding the support plate 86 in a rear sloping position H.

Referring to Figures 13A, 13B, the support plate 86 is shown supported by the air pockets 60 at various inclination positions. With specific reference to Figure 13A, support plate 86 is shown in a left inclined position I. With specific reference to Figure 13B, support plate 86 is shown supported by air pockets 60 in a right inclined position J. Thus , the four independently controllable and inflatable air pockets 61-64 under the support plate 86 position the support plate 86 allowing the support plate 86 to be inclined about two axes extending parallel to the plane of the seating surface and extending extend perpendicular to each other. As a result, the vehicle occupant's pelvis can be tilted front to back and back to front (Figures 12A, 12B). This movement can be coupled with a left-to-right tilt movement (Figure 13A, 13B).

Vehicle seat 50, as shown in Figure 8, includes a cushioning material 80 which is generally formed from a foam base that is covered with a fabric 57 (Figure 6). Generally, a standard vehicle seat without an air bag inflation system can be somewhat rigid using only the damping material for support. A standard vehicle seat is not visibly flexed as the user changes position. Due to the rigid nature of a standard vehicle seat, the user's weight is not evenly distributed across the seat. Thus, the vehicle seat 50, as shown in Figure 6, is capable of being inflated to a partial inflation adjustment, such as adjustment E shown in Figure 7B. The 61-66m 71-75 air pockets are much more flexible than at the half-inflated inflation level E (Figure 7B) as compared to the fully inflated air pockets 61-66, 71-75 at the fully inflated inflation level. F (Figure 7C). The partially inflated air pockets 61-66, 71-75 allow the damping material 60 to be flexed as the user adjusts back to the vehicle seat 50 to redistribute the weight after being in position for a long period of time.

[040] Partially inflated air pockets 61-64, in particular, provide a cushioning effect for vehicle seat 50 which is similar to a leather sofa used in a living room. In addition, with the support plate 86 in place, the seat portion 56 of the vehicle seat 50 is provided with a uniform support through the partially inflated air pockets 61-64 to accommodate the positions GJ of the support plate 86 as shown. in Figures 12A-12B and 13A-13B.

In addition, air pockets 61-66, 71-75 will be configured to inflate to the fully inflated inflation level F shown in Figure 7C when a collision event is detected by the controller. Accordingly, it is contemplated that the controller used to control inflation levels of air pockets 61-66, 71-75 may receive a signal from an integrated vehicle computer to indicate that a collision event has occurred. Based on this signal, the controller can inflate air pockets 61-66, 71-75 to an appropriate inflation level such that air pockets 61-66, 71-75 serve as additional impact protection, to to prevent the occupant of the vehicle from contacting the metal frame 81 (Figure 8) of the vehicle seat 50.

It will be understood that variations and modifications may be formed in the aforementioned structure without departing from the concepts of the present invention, further being understood that such concepts are intended to be covered by the following claims, unless these claims by their language expressly determine the opposite.

It will be understood by one of ordinary skill in the art that the construction of the described invention and other components is not limited to any specific material. Other exemplary embodiments of the described invention may be formed of a wide variety of materials, unless otherwise described herein.

[044] For the purposes of this description, the term "coupled" (in all its forms coupling, coupling, coupling, etc.) generally indicates the bonding of two components (electrical or mechanical) directly or indirectly to one another. Such a connection may be stationary in nature or mobile in nature. Such a connection may be obtained with both components (electrical or mechanical) and any additional intermediate members which are integrally formed as a unitary body with each other and with the two components. Such attachment may be permanent in nature or may be removable or disengageable in nature unless otherwise stated.

It is also important to note that the construction and arrangement of the elements of the invention as shown in the exemplary embodiments are illustrative only. While only a few embodiments of the present innovations have been described in detail in this description, those skilled in the art receiving this description will readily appreciate that many modifications are possible (e.g., variations in size, dimensions, structures, shapes and proportions of the various elements, parameter values, mounting arrangements, use of materials, colors, orientations, etc.) without materially departing from the new teachings and advantages of the reported subject. For example, in elements shown as integrally formed, the operation of the interfaces may be reversed or otherwise varied, the length or width of the structures and / or members or connector or other system elements may be varied, the nature or number The adjustment positions provided between the elements can be varied. It will be appreciated that system elements and / or assemblies may be constructed from any of a wide variety of materials that provide sufficient strength or durability in any of a wide variety of colors, textures, and combinations. Consequently, all of these modifications are intended to be encompassed within the scope of the present innovations. Other substitutions, modifications, changes, and omissions may be made in the design, operating conditions, and arrangement of desired exemplary embodiments and other exemplary embodiments without departing from the spirit of the present innovations.

It will be understood that any processes or steps described within the described processes may be combined with other processes or steps described to form structures within the scope of the present invention. The exemplary structures and processes described herein are for illustrative purposes and should not be construed as limiting.

It will also be understood that variations and modifications may be formed in the above structures and methods without departing from the concepts of the present invention, further being understood that such concepts are intended to be covered by the following claims, unless these claims by their language expressly state otherwise.

Claims (20)

Vehicle seat comprising: a seat portion and a backrest portion; a plurality of air pockets disposed in the seat portion; and a controller configured to control an inflation level of the airbags between a deflated level, a half inflated level and a fully inflated level, where the airbags are inflated to the fully inflated level in response to a detected collision event. by the controller. Vehicle seat according to Claim 1, characterized in that it includes: a plurality of air pockets arranged in the abutment portion. Vehicle seat according to claim 2, characterized in that each airbag of the plurality of airbags arranged in the seat portion and of the plurality of airbags arranged in the backrest portion is separately controlled by the controller. Vehicle seat according to claim 1, characterized in that it includes: a support plate sustained in the plurality of air pockets arranged in the seat portion. Vehicle seat according to claim 4, characterized in that it comprises: a metal frame having a damping material disposed thereon in the seat portion, wherein the plurality of air pockets arranged in the seat portion are disposed between the seat portion. damping material and the support plate. Vehicle seat according to Claim 4, characterized in that each airbag of the plurality of airbags arranged in the seat portion is separately controlled by the controller to adjust a position of the support plate. Vehicle seat according to claim 6, characterized in that the support plate is supported on the plurality of air pockets between a forward inclined position, a rear inclined position, a right inclined position and a left inclined position. Vehicle seat according to Claim 7, characterized in that the support plate is a substantially planar support plate. Vehicle seat comprising: a seat portion and a backrest portion; a plurality of air pockets disposed in the seat portion; a support plate sustained in the air pockets; a controller configured to control a level of inflation of the airbags, where each airbag of the plurality of airbags is selectively controlled by the controller to adjust a position of the support plate. Vehicle seat according to Claim 9, characterized in that the support plate is a substantially planar support plate. Vehicle seat according to Claim 10, characterized in that the support plate is supported on the plurality of air pockets between a forward inclined position, a rear inclined position, a right inclined position and a left inclined position. Vehicle seat according to claim 9, characterized in that it comprises: a plurality of air pockets arranged in the abutment portion. Vehicle seat according to claim 12, characterized in that each airbag of the plurality of airbags arranged in the seat portion and of the plurality of airbags arranged in the backrest portion is separately controlled by the controller to inflate to a predetermined level of inflation. Vehicle seat according to claim 9, characterized in that the plurality of air pockets disposed in the seat portion are configurable between an emptied level, a half inflated level and a fully inflated level as determined by the controller. Vehicle seat comprising: a seat portion and a backrest portion; a plurality of air pockets disposed in the seat portion; a plurality of air pockets disposed in the abutment portion; a controller configured to control an inflation level of the airbags in the seat portion and an inflation level of the airbags in the back portion between an emptied condition, a fully inflated condition, and a plurality of half-inflated conditions therebetween. . Vehicle seat according to claim 15, characterized in that the seat portion includes a metal frame having a damping material disposed therein and a support plate supported by the plurality of air pockets disposed in the seat portion. Vehicle seat according to claim 16, characterized in that each airbag of the plurality of airbags arranged in the seat portion is individually controlled by the controller to adjust a position of the support plate. Vehicle seat according to Claim 17, characterized in that each airbag of the plurality of airbags arranged in the backrest portion is individually controlled by the controller. Vehicle seat according to Claim 17, characterized in that the support plate is supported on the plurality of air pockets between a forward inclined position, a rear inclined position, a right inclined position and a left inclined position. Vehicle seat according to Claim 16, characterized in that the support plate is a substantially planar support plate.